What should you do when a pedestrian is in a crosswalk?

What should you do when a pedestrian is in a crosswalk?

• A. Honk to warn them.
• B. Stop or yield to the pedestrian and allow them to cross; do not proceed until the crosswalk is clear.
• C. Turn away and wait for them to cross.
• D. Accelerate to pass before they cross.

Answer: (B)

When a pedestrian is in a crosswalk, the driver must yield and stop to allow them to cross. Pedestrians have the right of way in crosswalks, so you should not continue through the crosswalk until it is completely clear. This keeps people safe, even if they seem slow or momentarily uncertain. Honking is not a safety substitute and can confuse or spook the pedestrian. Accelerating to try to beat them across is dangerous and can lead to a collision. If you’re there at a crosswalk, stop before the line and wait until the pedestrian has finished crossing, then proceed only when it’s safe. If you’re turning, still yield to the pedestrian and only complete the turn once the crosswalk is clear.

When a pedestrian is in a crosswalk, the driver must yield and stop to allow them to cross. Pedestrians have the right of way in crosswalks, so you should not continue through the crosswalk until it is completely clear. This keeps people safe, even if they seem slow or momentarily uncertain. Honking is not a safety substitute and can confuse or spook the pedestrian. Accelerating to try to beat them across is dangerous and can lead to a collision. If you’re there at a crosswalk, stop before the line and wait until the pedestrian has finished crossing, then proceed only when it’s safe. If you’re turning, still yield to the pedestrian and only complete the turn once the crosswalk is clear.